The Original Handle Saver

[matthewdanger]

Has anybody ever used an Original Handle Saver? I came across them in an Ace Hardware. It is basically just a rubber collar that is designed to protect from the handle from over-strikes. It seems like a pretty decent idea.

 

[FortyTwoBlades]

My dad had one on an axe of his for a while. Seemed to work pretty okay.

 

[amflud]

.... Seemed to work pretty okay.

This made me laugh. Reminds me of something that is sized "extra medium".

I think it's something that I would like to give a try. Overstrikes are usually the reason I break a handle.

 

[matthewdanger]

Thanks guys. I may have to pick one up to try. Normally, I would just wrap the handle in tape or paracord, but I like how this can be removed easily and moved between axes. It didn't seem too heavy in the package, but I wonder if it would change the way a small axe feels.

 

[FortyTwoBlades]

My biggest problem with it was that it was a little bulky. Other than that I couldn't complain much.

 

[BFH44]

I split a lot of wood at my house and various friends come over and help - these work great and save many a handle - especially when i am teaching a young guy that has no experience;

but even guys with lots of experience under their belt still bang a handle on a log every now and then - with a full size axe that will bust a handle for sure

whenever i see them in a store i grab at least one

Peace --- Eric

 

[Raymond1000]

Years ago a laborer borrowed my doublejack. After he splintered part of the handle against a steel stake I took my beater away from him. After work I bought a handle savor. It stayed on that hammer for years. So did the original handle.

 

[BFH44]

:thumbup:

 

[J.Davey]

I just use PlastiDip. Works great and I can make it any thickness I want.

 

[stickwhistler]

I just use PlastiDip. Works great and I can make it any thickness I want.

So does shoegoo, or similar shoe repair stuff.
Also useful for repairing the 'bumpers' on chainsaw boots.